Washington, D.C. – 2/10/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced a resolution designating September 19, 2026, as Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day. The resolution highlights the persistent racial inequities in the diagnosis and treatment of Black autistic children, and advocates the importance of amplifying the voices of Black autistic individuals.
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Washington, D.C. – 2/10/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) hosted a bipartisan congressional briefing on Capitol Hill focused on the Department of Education’s narrow implementation of graduate and professional student loan limits. Rep. Lawler’s Professional Student Degree Act was the main topic of discussion. His targeted legislative fix will ensure that advanced degree programs… Read more »
Pomona, N.Y. – 2/9/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), in partnership with America250, announced the introduction of a bipartisan resolution expressing support for the designation of 2026 as the “National Year of the Volunteer” at a press conference with local leaders, first responders, and community members. The resolution honors the millions of Americans who strengthen their… Read more »
Washington, D.C. - 2/9/2025… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) voted in favor of the bipartisan Housing for the 21st Century Act, a comprehensive housing affordability package that includes six bills authored by Congressman Lawler aimed at expanding housing supply and lowering costs for families. The measure passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support,… Read more »
Orangeburg, N.Y. – 2/6/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) hosted his annual Black History Month Changemakers Awards, recognizing members of the Black community from across the 17th District for their outstanding contributions to the district. The event celebrated the honorees’ achievements and their ongoing efforts to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. The… Read more »
Washington, D.C. - 2/5/26… Today, Reps. Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Sarah McBride (DE-At large) introduced the TANF Hygiene Access Act, bipartisan legislation to establish a five-year demonstration pilot program aimed at helping low-income families access essential hygiene materials such as soap, diapers, feminine hygiene products, and other household necessities.
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No matter which party you belong to, it is everyone’s interest to care about ensuring that the air we breathe and water we drink is clean, and that we safeguard the environment for our children, grandchildren and future generations.
That said, are “green” policies mandated by Albany Democrats — almost exclusively driven by extreme ideology rather than basic economics and science —… Read more »
Washington, D.C. - 2/4/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler joined Reps. Josh Harder (CA-09), Adam Gray (CA-13), Chuck Edwards (NC-11), and Don Bacon (NE-02) in introducing the Fighting for Reliable Energy and Ending Doubt for Open Markets (FREEDOM) Act expedites judicial review, creates new protections for fully-permitted projects, establishes enforceable deadlines, and mandates… Read more »
Washington, D.C. - 2/3/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the GRAS Oversight and Transparency Act, legislation to restore federal oversight of food ingredients that manufacturers unilaterally deemed “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS) decades ago, often without ever notifying the Food and Drug Administration.
The legislation establishes an interagency GRAS… Read more »
Washington, D.C. - 2/3/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler sent a letter to New York’s Haitian community reaffirming his continued support for extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti, following a federal court decision halting the Administration’s plan to terminate protections for more than 350,000 Haitians living in the United States. The ruling blocks the Department of… Read more »
